Mcmurdo, Lucy
Secret Islington and Clerkenwell (Secret)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781398112810
- author:
- Mcmurdo, Lucy
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Amberley Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 16.5 x 23.3 x 0.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Secret Islington and Clerkenwell delves into the lesser-known but colourful past of this historic area. From its rural community roots to its current vibrant neighbourhoods, the book takes you on a fascinating journey through the area's transformation over time. You'll discover the factors that initially attracted farmers and dairy maids, the role of monastic communities in the Middle Ages, and the significance of a seventeenth-century waterway that still supplies water to Londoners today. The book also explores the contributions of notable figures such as Wat Tyler, Lenin, Mazzini, and Garibaldi, as well as the impact of immigration, particularly from the Huguenots, Italians, and Irish. With tales of remarkable characters, unusual events, and hidden historical buildings and locations, this book offers a unique insight into the history of Islington and Clerkenwell, appealing to anyone interested in the subject.
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